TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (QCF)
The TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (QCF) qualification is regulated by Ofqual.The TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (QCF) is a new qualification which replaces the Level 5 Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF).
| Qualification type | QCF |
| Qualification Reference | 601/2717/X |
| Credit | 120 |
| Guided learning hours | 360-465 |
| Minimum age | 19+ |
| Who is it for? | The TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (QCF) is suitable for teachers, trainers and tutors working in further education, adult and community learning or work-based training within public, private, voluntary or community organisations. It prepares trainee teachers to teach in a wide range of contexts and requires observation and assessment of practice. Teaching practice is a requirement of the qualification. The purpose of the qualification in the QCF is to ‘Confirm competence in an occupational role to the standards required’ (D1). |
| What is included in the qualification? | Registration and Certification |
| Structure/ rule of combination | Learners must achieve a minimum of 120 credits, 75 credits from Group A and at least 45 credits from Group B. At least 61 credits must be at Level 5. |
| Type of assessment | Assignments – Case studies – Checklists – Essays – Observations – Online assessments – Portfolio of evidence – Professional discussion – Projects – Questions – Written and oral – Reflective learning journal – Self-evaluation and action plan – Written statements – Worksheets. |
Learners must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Reading and communication skills should be adequate to meet the requirements of the training.
- Do not have a criminal background which prevents them working, with young people or vulnerable adults, as a teacher.
- Hold a relevant qualification at a level above that of their learners; ideally at least Level 3 in their area of specialism
- Minimum core of literacy, language, numeracy and ICT
